Audi S3, S3 Sportback, S3 Sedan and S3 Cabriolet

The Audi S3, S3 Sportback, S3 Sedan and S3 Cabriolet offer superior performance and high efficiency. Their 2.0 TFSI engine produces 221 kW (300 hp) and 380 Nm (280.3 lb-ft) of torque. The high-performance four-cylinder unit combines cutting-edge technologies – dual injection into the combustion chambers and into the induction manifold, integration of the exhaust manifold in the cylinder head, the Audi valve lift system and a rotary valve module for the thermal management system.

In interaction with the optional six-speed S tronic (standard in the cabriolet), the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) takes just 4.8 seconds in the Audi S3, 4.9 seconds in both the Sportback and sedan and 5.4 seconds in the cabriolet. With a manual transmission (not available in the cabriolet), sprint times increase by four-tenths of a second. The (pre-set) top speed is attained at 250 km/h (155.3 mph).

The sonorous-sounding four-cylinder turbocharged engine in the Audi S3, in the S3 Sportback and in the S3 Sedan (each with S tronic) gives the models a combined fuel consumption of just 6.9 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (34.1 US mpg) and CO2 emissions of 159 grams per kilometer (255.9 g/mi). With a manual transmission, the figure is 7.1 liters (33.1 US mpg) and CO2 emissions of 164 grams per kilometer (263.9 g/mi), and in the cabriolet 7.2 liters (32.7 US mpg) with CO2 emissions of 165 g per kilometer (265.5 g/mi). A newly developed multi-plate clutch in the quattro drivetrain manages the flow of power to the front and rear wheels.

A key factor in the dynamic performance of the premium compact model is its lightweight design. The Audi S3 has a curb weight (without driver) of just 1,405 kilograms (3097.5 lb) – by far a best figure in its market segment.

The S3 Cabriolet has a lightweight cloth top with an electrohydraulic drive. It opens or closes even while driving at speeds up to 50 km/h (31.07 mph). An active rollover system protects passengers in the event of an accident.

The S sport suspension lowers the vehicle body by 25 millimeters (1.0 in). Large brakes are mounted behind the 18-inch wheels. Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) intervenes with very fine response. The new power-assisted progressive steering varies the steering ratio. It is somewhat more indirect around the center position and very direct when steering sharply. Audi drive select is standard, with Audi magnetic ride available as an option.